eBay to Bring Live Game Show to Times Square, June 22-24; Game
Show Legend Monty Hall and “Sex and the City” Co-Star Mario Cantone to
Co-Host
Beginning today, eBay brings its online shopping experience to life with
“Let’s Make a Daily Deal” a live game show in Times Square. During the
game, hosted by “Sex and the City” actor and comedian Mario Cantone,
shoppers will find out just how much they can save with eBay by
competing in fun, price-guessing challenges. On Tuesday, June 23,
legendary game show host Monty Hall will join Cantone as a special guest
co-host. Contestants are eligible to win exciting prizes such as
electronics, jewelry, sporting goods – and even a car – highlighting the
unlimited opportunities for savvy shopping on eBay.
“Shoppers can find what they’re looking for every day with the unmatched
inventory and variety of sellers on eBay,” said Lorrie Norrington,
president, eBay Marketplaces. “With ‘Let’s Make a Daily Deal’ we’re
shining a spotlight on our fixed-price options including “eBay Daily
Deal” and “Buy It Now” – more ways for shoppers to save instantly on
items they want.”
In addition to auction-style listings on eBay, features such as eBay
Daily Deal and fixed-price items make it easier than ever for shoppers
to find savings instantly. The recently introduced eBay Daily Deal
offers customers deep discounts — and free shipping – on must-have items
from eBay sellers, but only while supplies last. Recent eBay Daily Deals
have included: an XBOX Live subscription, a Sony Vaio laptop, and an APC
SurgeArrest, for 20 to 90 percent less than the suggested retail price.
Step Right Up to Play
Cantone will host “Let’s Make a Daily Deal!” on June 22, 23, and 24 from
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Times Square Studios (44th Street and
Broadway). eBay is taking over Times Square with digital billboard
advertising and street teams who will recruit players for the “Let’s
Make a Daily Deal” game. The digital billboards will feature a live,
mobile text-based game engaging Times Square crowds who can play along
for a chance to win great prizes.
Shoppers can also play “Let’s Make a Daily Deal” online at
ebay.com/dailydealgame and enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win
$25,000 worth of prizes. eBay fans can access information about the
event through targeted media across Facebook, DailyCandy, Thrillist and
Meetup.
“As an avid shopper, I’m amazed by the variety of items and great deals
you can find on eBay,” said Cantone.
